Page 6 - Best oncologists in Turkey: TOP 199 doctors

Professor Gul Alco specializes in precision radiation therapies like CyberKnife and proton-beam therapy at Istanbul Medipol University.

• 31 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
• Professor at top Turkish medical institutions
• Specializes in gastrointestinal and pancreatic cancers
• Member of the Turkish Radiation Oncology Society
• Trained at Istanbul University – Turkey's leading medical school

Dr. Taylan Bükülmez specializes in radiation oncology for breast, prostate, lung, esophageal, and rectal cancer at Istinye University Liv Hospital Bahcesehir.

• Over 15 years of experience of experience in radiation oncology
• Previously worked at Akdeniz University's Radiation Oncology Clinic
• Trained at Pamukkale University and Akdeniz University

Assoc. Prof. Nail Paksoy is an ESMO-certified oncologist specializing in targeted therapies, with participation in 8+ international clinical trials at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital.

• Specializes in ALK-positive NSCLC and HER2-positive breast cancer
• Published research on chemotherapy efficacy and immunotherapy outcomes
• Fellowship-trained at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
• Focuses on personalized treatment approaches for complex cases

Harvard-trained spine specialist Prof. Deniz Konya focuses on spinal and brain tumors at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital.

• 76 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Board member of Turkish Spine Society and international spine groups
• Published 47 peer-reviewed papers on spinal treatments
• Performs advanced procedures for spinal fractures and deformities

Associate Professor Babek Tabandeh specializes in minimally invasive cancer surgery at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital, with of experience.

• Fellow of the prestigious American College of Surgeons
• Author of 40+ medical publications
• Faculty member at Bahçeşehir University's School of Medicine
• Member of the Liver Transplantation Society

Specializes in oncoplastic breast surgery – Dr. Zengel performs skin and breast conserving mastectomies with simultaneous reconstructions.

• Over 12 years of experience of experience in breast surgery
• Expert in ROLL and SNOLL techniques for precise tumor localization
• Associate Professor of General Surgery
• Member of Izmir Breast Diseases Association

Assoc. Prof. Atakan Topcu has published over 50 scientific articles focusing on solid tumors and geriatric oncology at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specializes in lung, breast, and colorectal cancer treatment
• Expert in targeted therapies and immunotherapy approaches
• Member of ESMO and Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Editorial Board Member for BMC Cancer journal

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Dr. Alemdar specializes in medical oncology with extensive training at Akdeniz University – a leader in cancer care. He focuses on complex oncology cases at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Board-certified in medical oncology since 2018
• Over 20 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and oncology
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital with advanced treatment facilities
• Member of the Turkish Medical Oncology Association

Specialized in advanced laparoscopic oncology surgery – trained at Istanbul University, one of Turkey's top medical institutions.

• Over 16 years of experience of experience in general and oncological surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for better patient recovery
• Advanced training in laparoscopic bariatric and antireflux surgery
• Performs complex cancer surgeries at BAH International

Prof. Salman specializes in personalized cancer treatments with comprehensive genomic profiling at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• 32 years of experience of experience in medical oncology
• Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering and Moffitt Cancer Center
• Board member of ESMO, ASCO, and Turkish Society of Medical Oncology
• Expert in targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and cancer vaccines
• Active in clinical research and experimental treatments

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Salih İyikesici is a medical oncologist. He provides personalized care for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. He combines metabolically supported therapies with chemotherapy. His interests include the ketogenic diet in cancer care, hyperthermia, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

He has conducted and contributed to national and international scientific studies. Selected national peer-reviewed publications include Metabolic Supported Chemotherapy in Rectal Cancer (2020), NSCLC Patient Outcomes – Marmara University (2004), and Early-Stage Breast Cancer Outcomes (2004).

Specializes in complex pancreatic and bile duct cancer surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – combining oncological expertise with metabolic surgery techniques.

• Skilled in minimally invasive procedures for gastrointestinal cancers
• Performs advanced breast and thyroid cancer surgeries
• Experienced in bariatric metabolic procedures for related conditions
• Works within a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive cancer care

Assoc. Prof. Ayşe İrem Yasin, M.D., is a medical oncologist who specializes in solid tumors. Her clinical focus includes breast, lung, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, and urologic cancers. She also treats brain and other CNS tumors, soft tissue sarcomas, head and neck cancers, adenocarcinomas, melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, and cancers of unknown primary. She practices at Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital (2025–present). She previously worked at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (2023–2025).

She completed a Medical Oncology fellowship at Bezmialem Vakıf University (2019–2022). This followed an Internal Medicine residency at the same institution (2012–2016). Her international experience includes the Breast Cancer Unit at the University of Piemonte Orientale in Novara (2022). She also trained at Basel University Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, and Harvard Medical School. She holds the ESMO Board Certificate (2022).

Specializes in oncoplastic breast surgery – trained in Germany and member of multiple surgical associations.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in general surgery with a focus on oncology
• Member of the Breast Surgery Association and Endocrine Surgery Association
• Trained in Europe Senology Academia in Düsseldorf and Berlin
• Performs oncoplastic breast surgery and colorectal procedures

Specializes in advanced radiation oncology techniques like IGRT and IMRT – Dr. Sen treats a wide range of cancers at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Expertise in lung, head, neck, and breast cancers
• Uses precise radiosurgery methods (SRS, SABR, SBRT)
• Member of Turkish Radiation Oncology Association
• Honorary member of Turkish Bioethics Association